ST PIRAN’S RETURN TO
The Parish of Perranzabuloe in
North Cornwall are, in conjunction with sculptor Peter Walker in the process of
bringing back the Patron Saint of Cornwall, St. Piran to the site where, legend
tells us he miraculously came ashore after being tied to a milestone. A life
sized bronze statue of the saint will be located in the Parish and will become
a major focal point for the heritage of the area. This will be a welcome sight
to all those interested in seeing the preservation and celebration of all that
which is Cornish.
In order to fund the statue Mr.
Walker has created a small scale version of the final sculpture which is to be
sold in order to finance the costs of the bronze casting and installation of
the artwork. The life sized statue which will be around eight-ten feet tall
when it is finally placed on its plinth, will it is expected be unveiled in
2006.
"We hope that this project
will allow all those interested in the History and Heritage of Cornwall to
share in bringing one of its most significant historical figures back to the
county. A Public Sculptural representation of St. Piran will be a wonderful
feature for the town, and all of the thousands of people who are interested in
the furthering of Cornish Culture."
A limited edition of 80 copies of
the smaller scale St. Piran sculpture, will be made
available to those interested in the project and those who would like to
participate in bringing St. Piran permanently back to
Peter Walker, "I am
delighted that we will be able to cover the funding of the life sized statue by
offering the edition copies at such an affordable price for a bronze sculpture.
The locating of significant historic and cultural figures in the form of statuary
is the perfect way of preserving our combined heritage for generations to come.
For many people, not only those who live in the county but also from Cornish
communities around the world, the figure are St. Piran, the St. Piran day
celebrations and the St. Piran flag, are defining features of Cornish
identity".
Sculptor Peter Walker, has
produced a number of major sculptures to date, and is currently working towards
the creation of further monumental works, nationally and in
Anyone interested in Cornish
Cultural Heritage and would like to contribute to the statue funds through the
purchase of a copy of the edition bronze sculpture should contact Peter Walker.
For more information interested
parties should contact:
07950 019670